Bradley v Irvine; Irvine v Irvine [2024] NSWSC 727

Maxwell Charles James Irvine passed away on 3 May 2021.

His last Will allowed his de facto partner of 35 years (Dawn) to reside in the family home for the rest of her life. He left the residue of his estate to his sons Peter and Michael.

He left nothing to his 3 stepdaughters (Cynthia, Karen and Glennis). Maxwell had been estranged from his stepdaughters for over 20 years, since they accused him of sexual abuse.

Following a criminal trial, Maxwell was acquitted of all counts.

The stepdaughters made an application for provision from Maxwell's estate. The sexual abuse allegations were a relevant factor in determining their claim.